1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ Volga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ Volga would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ Volga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 110 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1970 GAZ Volga is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 GAZ Volga. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 GAZ Volga (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | Tempra | Volga |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
